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The service column is to allow for situations that involve a vehicle having the brake system cleaned or repaired without using parts. For example the park brake shoes may need cleaning and freeing-up frequently, before they are finally replaced during a subsequent service.
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It is important to remember that the main box is “per vehicle”. The calculator does not have to be filled out for every vehicle on site, there are formulas imbedded into the calculator to extend fleet - and therefore site - costs based on the information that is entered. However for the formulas to function make sure the “number of vehicles” and labour rate including on-costs are entered at the top of the form.
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If a particular cell does not apply, enter zero for the formulas to work.
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Wheel bearings should also be included, as the SIBS system also fully encloses this item, thus protecting it from the environment.
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Remember parts usage shown must be for both sides of the vehicle – some items when costed through suppliers are for one wheel only, for example calipers are priced individually, but brakes pads are for a set to do both sides of the vehicle.
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It is important to determine the labour as accurately as possible for the various procedures shown. Enter this number as a decimal (eg 36 minutes would be entered as .6 hour, 15 minutes as .25 hour, 75 minutes as 1.25 hours etc.)
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The most accurate way to arrive at parts usage is to determine (through stock histories) parts used over an entire year for your LV fleet - thus allowing for seasonal effects on your site. If your site has both Underground and Pit operations, parts usage may not be the same for both applications.
